Hundreds jump as part of Operation Black Cat

  • Jumpmaster John Hoffstetter is the first person to exit the Casa 212 aircraft over Skydive Palatka at Kay Larkin field in Palatka.
    Jumpmaster John Hoffstetter is the first person to exit the Casa 212 aircraft over Skydive Palatka at Kay Larkin field in Palatka.
  • A skydiver lands in the St. Johns River during the event.
    A skydiver lands in the St. Johns River during the event.
  • A skydiver displays the American flag during Saturday’s exercise.
    A skydiver displays the American flag during Saturday’s exercise.
A group of paratroopers leaped into the St. Johns River in honor of veterans and active service members Sunday at Palatka Municipal Airport.  The Round Canopy Parachuting Team - USA hosted the three…

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